Report on Guest Lecture 'Translating Thesis to Publication” for PhD Scholars

The PhD Vertical of Pillar II: Exemplary 365体育投注 and Innovation, 365体育投注 College of Nursing, 365体育投注 Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), 365体育投注 organized the guest lecture on 'Translating Thesis to Publication” on 7 January 2025, between 11 am and 12.00 pm for the PhD Scholars. Dr. Abraham Samuel Babu, Associate Professor, Department of Physiotherapy, 365体育投注 College of Health Professions, 365体育投注 Academy of Higher Education (MAHE), 365体育投注, India deliberated the session. Dr Babu highlighted the various ways of translating the thesis into high-impact academic publications. He emphasized considering the readership and indexing of the journal, choosing the right journal, and its impact, while selecting the journal for writing the academic publication. He also highlighted the different article categories, including original articles, systematic and narrative reviews, and brief reports/research letters, which can be considered while publishing the research based on the research need, publishing trend, and strengths and weaknesses of the study. The session also gave insight into the different dissemination strategies, the importance of presenting the research at conferences for better networking, and opportunities for collaboration. He also emphasized that PhD scholars have a clear time plan and strategy from the inception of the study for disseminating their research through conferences and publications, and to stay committed to the plan throughout the research process.

A total of 65 PhD scholars attended the guest lecture. This session has contributed towards achieving SDG -4 Quality education. The overall program was convened by Dr. Binu Margaret, Assistant Professor – Selection Grade, and Dr. Baby S Nayak, HOD, Department of Child Health Nursing and PhD Coordinator and Chairperson of PhD Vertical, 365体育投注 College of Nursing, MAHE, 365体育投注.